Remote Assistant Company Secretary - Part time

Role Overview

This role will focus on managing all aspects of Board and Board sub-committee administration, as well as assisting with core company secretarial responsibilities to ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory obligations. We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Assistant Company Secretary to support the effective governance of the bank.

• Coordinate and manage the scheduling of Board and Board sub‑committee meetings
• Prepare and distribute agendas in consultation with the Company Secretary, CEO and Chair
• Compile and circulate high‑quality committee packs using Board Intelligence
• Attend meetings to take accurate minutes and track action items
• Maintain forward planners and ensure timely follow‑up on matters arising
• Assist in annual assessment of board effectiveness

• Maintain statutory registers and ensure timely filings with Companies House
• Assist with the preparation and submission of annual returns and confirmation statements
• Support the onboarding and off‑boarding of directors, including Companies House filings, induction materials and arrangement of induction meetings
• Help ensure compliance with the bank's articles of association, corporate documents and governance framework
• Assist with the preparation of governance sections of the annual report and other regulatory disclosures

• Support the implementation of governance and best‑practice internal policies
• Monitor regulatory developments relevant to company secretarial practice and assist in updating procedures accordingly
• Maintain accurate records and support internal and external audits as required

• Qualified or working towards qualification with ICSA (or equivalent)
• Experience in a company secretarial role within financial services or a regulated environment
• Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High attention to detail and discretion in handling confidential information
• Self‑starter with the ability to work with minimal supervision
• Experience supporting senior executives and non‑executive directors

• Full onboarding support and continued development opportunities
• Options for flexible working
• Regular social activities
• Pension contributions
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Private health cover
• Life assurance
• Family friendly policies including enhanced maternity & paternity leave